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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1913
Page
12
Gail Borden claims Ramona, 17, is capricious and headstrong and should reconcile with his wife. Ramona says she ran away seeking a stable home with her mother in Boston after years of schooling and sanitariums, saying she is happy with her mother.
Obituary notices report the death of Helens Bilski, wife of Maxymilian Bilski, at St Vincent’s hospital after a lingering illness. Also reported is the death of Delia Falvey, wife of Patrick Falvey, at 14 Randall Avenue after a lingering illness, described as a devoted church attendant and greatly beloved by friends. The notices reference Neary family members and the extended survivors.
The funeral for Patrick Kiernan from 564 Broad Street began at 8:30 AM with a high mass at Sacred Heart Church at 9. Rev Father Mooney led the service with offertory by Mollie Dailey Ogren and a singing of Ave Maria and Nearer My God To Thee. Delegations from Division No 1 AOH and Court Pequonnock FOA attended. pallbearers included Samus Gregory, William Dargan, James Rawley, and Andrew Danlin.
Thomas J Pender a long time resident of East Bridgeport died this morning at his home 528 Sitman street He belonged to the Eagles and the Bartenders Union He is survived by his wife and one daughter Funeral services were held at the bereaved home 304 East Main street and St Marys church with a mass of requiem The burial was in the family plot at St Michaels cemetery Floral tributes marked the service and relatives and friends attended
In New York May 2 weakness in New Haven road stock pushed prices near yesterday's low of 1023-4 after an early show of strength. Noon quotations averaged below the prior close, with pressure resuming in related markets.
A Waterbury family reports a four month old boy with sores and hair loss. After two months of Cuticura Soap and Ointment use, the sores disappeared and the child was fully cured. The ad notes pricing 25 cents for soap and 50 cents for ointment and offers free samples.
The article argues for systematic planning of residential subdivisions by real estate developers and cities. It warns against leaving layout to private interests and urges controls on street design, lot lines, utilities, and land use to safeguard health, air, sunlight, and community well being. It calls for preserving parks, open spaces, and neighborhood identity for all residents.
Walter S Buckmaster resigns the England polo captaincy due to injury and Vivian Lockett of Eaton Hall is named new captain, a move that surprises American officials. Buckmaster’s absence weakens the British squad while HH Herbert claims prominence as the world’s top polo player ahead of the American quartet.
The park board will meet Tuesday evening to arrange the formal opening of the new West End public playground on Cherry street. Equipment worth about $2,500 is due this week. The Raczeky society provides the rear city lot free for the playground. H G Burgess will oversee the project. The board will also plan summer concerts, with a $3,500 appropriation for band performances.
Two clerical appointments announced in the Catholic Transcript. Rev. Nicholas P. Coleman transferred from Stamford to pastor a new parish formed from parts of St. John's Stamford and Greenwich. Rev. Thomas J. Sates moves from Waterbury to assist at St. John's Stamford. Also obituary: Mary A Ashley of 36 Pequonnock Street. Survived by husband Albert H. Ashley and seven children.
Bridgeport store touts Hart Schaffner & Marx and The House of Kuppenheimer suits as new fabrics and styles with expert tailoring. Suits regularly priced at 30 dollars are offered for 20 dollars, with ten dollar savings, on the main floor rear via the Taylor Ride entrance.
Time Men for low shoes advertisement touts comfortable stylish footwear with new English shapes broad and high toes. It highlights tan calfskin black calfskin patent leather ES BLUSKII sizes to fit hard to fit men and claims every pair is a Howland shoe made to the store's lower notion and a big money's worth. Main floor TM
Advertisement notes lighter summer underwear options by Roxford balbriggan and BVD shirts and drawers. Lists prices from 50 cents to 2 dollars, including lisle, nainsock, athletic union suits, and white lisle garments. Mentions right of Main street door.
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